November 2006 - openSUSE Users - openSUSE Mailing Lists

[opensuse] konvenientSUSE (the Kommander script formerly known as RepoKommander)
by Martin Schlander 08 Dec '06

08 Dec '06

Hi guys. I've just released an updated version: http://www.kde-apps.org/content/show.php?content=43378 Most notable changes are: It can now be used to set up multimedia playback, java and flash, it automatically checks if it is ran as root at initialization, the name is changed, KDE playground is added, other small changes. Martin --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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[opensuse] Intel P965 MB and 10.2 beta 2
by Jim Hamilton 08 Dec '06

08 Dec '06

Hello Note sure if this belongs here or in opensuse-factory. Let me know. I have been tested opensure 10.2 beta 1 and 2 against a new Intel P965 based system and having some interesting issues. Test Environment: Intel DP965LT motherboard Intel Core 2 Duo 6600 2.4 Ghz processor 4 GB main memory 2 x 320 GB sata disks Originally equipped with an LG DVD writer, now equipped with a Plextor PX 760SA DVD writer (sata interface). 1. 10.2 beta 1 and 2 would not install with the PATA LD DVD installed. In researching the problem and finally firmware checking the hardware, this is the Marvell PATA 6101 chipset problem. This is already identified by the kernel developers with a fix. System booted ok and you are able to choose to install but once suse starts the linux installer and look for the DVD drive it fails and falls out to linuxrc prompting you to load a CD. If you check the HD and CDROMS installed only the harddisks are visible. This seems to a very common issue with P965 based motherboards. I have tried verious ideas found on the net but none of these have worked on the Intel MB. Question: is this kernel fix likely to make it into the release version of 10.2? 2. Switched to using the Plextor SATA DVD writer. Downloaded the 10.2 beta 2 dvd iso and burnt a dvd and can now start the installer ok. I can partion a disk ok and start the package installation. During the package installation I get a various number of package installation failures, giving me the choice of abort, retry or ignore. Errors can vary: error unpacking archive cpio: bad magic or MD5 sum mismatch or bad file descriptor If I use the burnt DVD I get a large number of these errors. If use the iso image and install via nfs I get a lot fewer but still get them. The failures do not necessarily occur on the same packages each time. If I push the install though by ignoring the errors I wind with a system that can sort of boot but does not get the YAST configuration screens for the network and display and user etc. Kernel does seem to work. At this stage I am not sure what is causing the package install errors as even 10.1 Novell DVD (boxed set) will not install without errors. First thing is get the install to work then see if the rest of YAST will run correctly. Any ideas appreciated. Ubuntu 6.10 LiveCD will boot and run and can be installed and run from the disks using the plextor sata dvd. Regards, Jim Hamilton -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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[opensuse] Why have I been thinking about Fedora??
by Aaron Bridge 07 Dec '06

07 Dec '06

I have found myself visiting the website and thinking about Fedora these past few weeks. When I think about it I can't help but come back to the Microsoft deal. Does anyone else feel this way? Should I be worried or concerned? Keep in mind I am not a Linux expert or software developer. I started with Red Hat 8 and switched to SUSE 8.2 when Red Had announced the Fedora Project. I just don't think I want to be involved with an organization that has had dealings with Microsoft the way Novell just has. I'm I wrong to think this or be thinking about Fedora? Thanks, Aaron -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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[opensuse] Configuring Dual Head Mode on a laptop
by Rylan Cottrell 06 Dec '06

06 Dec '06

I have dual head mode running on my hp dv4000 with the interl 915G. The problem I am having is with the resolution, my laptop is 1280X800(15.5 widescreen) and the second monitor is 1280x1024 (17inch). Currently I can only get them to run in the same resolution mode ... so I get a cut off screen if I go up to 1280x1024 or the second monitor looks compressed at 1280x800. Is their a way to have each monitor run at it's own resolution? Below is my Xorg.conf and I am running 10.2rc1 Section "Monitor" Option "CalcAlgorithm" "XServerPool" DisplaySize 338 270 HorizSync 31-82 Identifier "Monitor[0]" ModelName "1703FP" Option "DPMS" VendorName "DELL" VertRefresh 58-75 UseModes "Modes[0]" EndSection Section "Modes" Identifier "Modes[0]" EndSection Section "Screen" DefaultDepth 24 SubSection "Display" Depth 15 Modes "1280x800" "1280x768" "1024x768" "1280x600" "1024x600" "800x600" "768x576" "640x480" EndSubSection SubSection "Display" Depth 16 Modes "1280x800" "1280x768" "1024x768" "1280x600" "1024x600" "800x600" "768x576" "640x480" EndSubSection SubSection "Display" Depth 24 Modes "1280x800" "1280x768" "1024x768" "1280x600" "1024x600" "800x600" "768x576" "640x480" EndSubSection SubSection "Display" Depth 8 Modes "1280x800" "1280x768" "1024x768" "1280x600" "1024x600" "800x600" "768x576" "640x480" EndSubSection Device "Device[0]" Identifier "Screen[0]" Monitor "Monitor[0]" EndSection Section "Device" BoardName "915 GM" BusID "0:2:0" Driver "i810" Identifier "Device[0]" Option "SaXDualHead" Option "NoDDC" Option "LFP" "" Option "SecondPosition" "LeftOf" Option "MergedFB" "yes" Option "SecondPosition" "LeftOf" Option "SaXDualMonitorModel" "1280X800@75HZ" Option "SaXDualVSync" "58-75" Option "MonitorLayout" "CRT,LFP" Option "SaXDualMonitorVendor" "--> LCD" Option "MetaModes" "1280x800-1280x800;1280x768-1280x768;1024x768-1024x768;1280x600-1280x600;1024x600-1024x600;800x600-800x600;768x576-768x576;640x480-640x480" Option "SecondMonitorHorizSync" "30-82" Option "SaXDualOrientation" "LeftOf" Option "SaXDualResolution" "1280x800;1280x1024" Option "SaXDualMode" "Xinerama" Option "SecondMonitorVertRefresh" "58-75" Option "SaXDualHSync" "30-82" Screen 0 VendorName "Intel" EndSection Section "ServerLayout" Identifier "Layout[all]" InputDevice "Keyboard[0]" "CoreKeyboard" InputDevice "Mouse[1]" "CorePointer" InputDevice "Mouse[3]" "SendCoreEvents" Option "Clone" "off" Option "Xinerama" "off" Screen "Screen[0]" EndSection Section "DRI" Group "video" Mode 0660 EndSection Section "Extensions" EndSection -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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[opensuse] How much memory does Suse need?
by M Harris 06 Dec '06

06 Dec '06

How much memory does Suse need? hahahahahahahhah ehem. "Performance of Vista is highly dependent upon how much memory is installed in the PC. For Vista, the minimum is 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM to run the operating system with all of the Aero visual enhancements enabled and have two or three applications open at the same time. Vista can bog down to an intolerably slow pace without enough RAM. Two gigabytes of RAM would be preferable. As you can see, a new PC may be a good idea." see http://www.playfuls.com/news_05364_Windows_Vista_and_Office_2007_Are_Out_to… -- Kind regards, M Harris <>< -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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[opensuse] Directory consolidation - or cluttering
by Jan Engelhardt 05 Dec '06

05 Dec '06

Hi, as per http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-factory/2006-08/msg00118.html , /usr/X11R6 is moved into /usr, and similar things have been done or are in progress for /opt/{MozillaFirefox,kde3,gnome}. Question: Why? It could have just been the way it always was. (I appreciate links to existing explanations if that makes things easier) -`J' -- -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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SUSE9.3 - SUSE Plugger problem with USB Serial port cable
by Bruce Samhaber 05 Dec '06

05 Dec '06

Hi, I am using a USB to Serial port cable. Initially when I start the computer and linux then insert the USB Serial port cable the device is set as /dev/ttyUSB0. If the USB Serial Port cable is removed then reinserted it becomes /dev/ttyUSB1. Each time the USB Port cable is removed then reinserted the device name is increased by one. It appears to me that upon removeal of the device that SUSE Plugger is no removeing the device from the device list. Has anyone seen this problem? Does anyone have any suggestions to fix this? Thanks, -- Bruce Samhaber Senior Hardware Design Consultant Tel: 613-724-5987 112 Kenora St. Fax: 613-724-5987 Ottawa, Ontario Cel: 613-297-6961 K1Y 3L1 mailto: bsamhaber(a)sympatico.ca http://www3.sympatico.ca/marypat/

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[opensuse] Is reiserfs dead?
by Thomas Miller 05 Dec '06

05 Dec '06

I saw something about this project being shut down. Should I reinstall and replace it with ext3? My server is newly set up with nothing installed RC1 10.2. I did an upgrade on 10.1. Thanks. -- Thomas Miller Chrome Portal Project Manager CPCUG Programmers SIG Chairperson (formally Delphi) Delphi Client/Server Certified Developer BSS Accounting & Distribution Software BSS Enterprise Accounting FrameWork http://www.bss-software.com http://programmers.cpcug.org/ http://sourceforge.net/projects/chromeportal/ http://sourceforge.net/projects/uopl/ http://sourceforge.net/projects/dbexpressplus -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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[opensuse] Updating SUSE for CLI
by Chuck Payne 04 Dec '06

04 Dec '06

Hi, I need to know can I update SUSE 10.1 from the CLI, or do I have software update tool in the gui? -- -- Command, n.: Statement presented by a human and accepted by a computer in such a manner as to make the human feel as if he is in control. -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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[opensuse] Package not found - on wrong media
by Sorin Peste 03 Dec '06

03 Dec '06

' Transaction failed: Need media 1: File ./i586/kdegraphics3-postscript-3.5.5-22.2.i586.rpm not found on media: file:/ ' This is what I get when trying to update a bunch of packages via zen-updater. My KDE repo is a mirror of the openSUSE service and is located at ftp://ftp.iasi.roedu.net/mirrors/opensuse.org/repositories/KDE%3A/KDE3/SUSE… It contains all the packages listed in the update. The file:/ seems to be the problem but I can't figure out how to fix it. Any hints would be appreciated. Sorin -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe(a)opensuse.org For additional commands, e-mail: opensuse+help(a)opensuse.org

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